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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686517 UGX ($454 USD)
access_time 5 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My is life is different in that I am very happy to have acquired land and changed the roof of my to iron sheets protecting me from strong rains. Before, I had no land to grow food crops and my house used to leak when it rains.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly has done well giving me money that has enabled acquisition of of land for my family.This land will be utilized to get food so that my family doesn't sleep hungry. There's nothing it hasn't done well in my opinion.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
My second transfer was spent to buy iron sheets and other materials to provide an extension to my house and paid labour for that work.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($459 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I live a much more happier life beause I feel loved.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the money in my phone, I felt too excited.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I have not get started spending my transfer, but I'm planning to buy Land with it.
Enrolled
access_time 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is lack of enough land to cultivate crops extensively just like my village mates.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means buying land.I intend to use part of the money to pay school fees for my son who is studying at secondary school.
